Rollo Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Rollo is a name of Old Norse origin, meaning 'famous wolf'. It evolved from Hrolf through Rolf to its modern form. The name is associated with Viking culture and historical figures, particularly Rollo of Normandy. It has connotations of strength and leadership, with no direct biblical relevance.
The name Rollo is most popular in Iowa, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Rollo has been stalled for male in MidWest. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest. Across generations, 'Rollo' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1471st out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2009th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3824th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 6919th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 16616th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 8884th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Rollo' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Rollo"
Pronunciation
/ˈroʊloʊ/
Origin
Old Norse
Etymology
The name Rollo is derived from the Old Norse name Hrolf, which is composed of the elements 'hrod' meaning 'fame' and 'ulf' meaning 'wolf'. It was used in Scandinavian cultures and became popular in medieval Europe.
Meaning
Famous wolf
Language Evolution
Hrolf, Rolf, Rollo
Historical Usage
The name Rollo gained popularity in the early medieval period, particularly in the Viking Age, when it was borne by Rollo of Normandy, a Viking leader who became the first ruler of Normandy in France.
Variants & Derivatives
Rolf, Rollo, Rolloff
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Rollo is seen as a strong and historical name, often associated with Viking heritage and leadership.
Famous People
Rollo of Normandy, Rollo Tomassi
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Rollo"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Rollo"
"Rollo" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1471st of 7545 | 397 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 2009th of 6773 | 246 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 3824th of 7552 | 80 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 6919th of 10718 | 28 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 16616th of 16616 | 5 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 8884th of 23106 | 93 |
Regional Popularity of "Rollo" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
66.45% 941st/1416 |
- | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Rollo" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Rollo"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Rollo" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.